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The first step to sustainable transportation

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However, as much of the nation’s industry is heavily reliant on fossil fuels, moving to greener, more sustainable alternatives is likely to be a challenge. In the transport sector the journey is only just beginning. The transport transition. For some sectors, the transition is well underway. A planning headache.

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3 sustainable design decisions to make early

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3 sustainable design decisions to make early 0 qpurcell Mon, 04/08/2024 - 09:26 Sustainability In her experience as an architect, Megan Valentine AIA, LEED AP, NCARB, WELL AP, Fitwel, Director of Sustainability, KTGY details three early sustainable design decisions: site selection, massing and orientation, and proper window-to-wall ratios.

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Prefab Steel vs. Traditional Construction: Which Is Right For You?

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Potential for Sustainability For sustainable construction methods, prefab steel is the greener option. These costs stem from the need for specialized design, manufacturing, and sometimes transportation of components. Each phase, from laying the foundation to completing the interiors, requires significant time and labor.

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New and Old Sustainable Building Materials

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It has benefits for use in foundations, floors, walls, and can be pressed into wooden frames to produce a building material similar to concrete. Recycled and reclaimed steel can be used for structural framework, roofing, facades, and foundations and is an incredibly long-lasting construction material.

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Are Adobe Houses Sustainable?

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This is sustainable because the materials have low embodied energy, are locally abundant, and can create energy-efficient buildings. Adobe houses are usually built on a solid foundation, constructed from stone, cement, or even seashells. The post Are Adobe Houses Sustainable? appeared first on Natural Building Blog.

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4 key innovations and construction trends across airport design

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4 key innovations and construction trends across airport design 0 qpurcell Mon, 12/04/2023 - 10:04 Airports Here are some of the key trends Skanska is seeing in the aviation sector, from congestion solutions to sustainability. JFK Airport’s future Central Terminal Area Roadways, Utilities and Ground Transportation Center.

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Netherland House Has Fungal Self-Healing Exterior

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Architect Joris Verhoeven’s family home, Four Seasons , is a model of sustainable design. The house was raised in just three days after the cement foundation was poured. Lastly, the architect intentionally designed his family home to use less building materials, requiring less transport and no water. Verhoeven said.

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